London Wetland Centre and Richmond Park: birding,deer rutting and owls searching

Alright hikers, birders, photographers and wildlife lovers! Time to get a bit of fresh air and visit London's two most exquisite places for wildlife! We will meet at 8 am at East Putney station for a day out full of beauty.

October kicks off the rutting season for the impressive red deer. And what a best way to do so than by witnessing one of nature's most impressive shows, the red deer rut, the matting season.

Stags fight and the winner does not just mate with a female, but with the whole of them in the herd. The older, the stronger up to a certain age where the old king of the herd is replaced by a stronger male. This is the time and place for photography, we will approach at a close but safe distance, even though the herds are used to the public, they must be respected and their hormonal level will be so high that they won't make the difference between you and a rival so let's witness the magical of nature while giving them so space, and keeping you safe, they are not pets but wild animals so please respect them.

Richmond Park is also home to many birds, owls being my favourites, we will have a scope for the little owls. A day hunting bird of prey that can be spotted in several places. Of course, I cannot garanti any owls, but to be fair, I see them most of the time and I now know 7 different locations so we likely to have a glimpse at those beautiful fluffy things. Owls are an important part of Britain's rural areas and luckily, they have adapted to our cities. We will spend a couple of hours in the park then will make our way to the famous London wetland centre; those who wish anyway. The entrance is £17 and you will have access to a birding paradise, you never know what will turn up, snipes are very likely, jack snipes if you get lucky, kestrels, godwits, pintails and about every ducks you can dream of, water rails and the star of the place, the Elusive bittern... I saw the bittern so many times last year that I got a bit tired of it so if we have a lucky day... I am famously good to spot the hidden rarities so come and join me for a surprise bird trip near my home.

MEETING LOCATION AND TIME: Putney Bridge tube Station at 08.00 am We will be able to grab a coffee to drink on the way and will hop on a bus that will take us to the park.( about 15 minutes)

PRICE: £12 Via PayPal for the guide's fee £17 for the entrance to the Wetland Centre upon arrival (optional) Tap in bus from Putney to Roehampton

DURATION: 5-6 hours, possibly more if you wish to stay until close.

DISTANCE: Under 8 miles, maybe more, maybe less, I am open to every groups request, we are here to have a good time with lovely people.😉😊

ATTENTION: Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing. 😄 POLICIES: 1: This group is designed for the pleasure and enjoyment of all of us, we do not accept any derogatory comments or behaviours towards anyone. Racism, discrimination and other unacceptable behaviours will only lead to your rejection to any of our trips and this without exception. Everyone is welcome, we have religious and non-religious people, gay, straight, bisexual people, all shades and colours or nationality, people of all ages, sex and political believes and mutual respect is the fundamental spirit of this group. 2: Our trips are only refundable up to 30 days before departure, if you wish to cancel after that, you will be offered a transfer to another trip for the same price or you may resell your slot to somebody else. 3: If we do cancel the entirety of the trip on our side, you will be fully refunded.